Mehamanpur - Maldah (Old), Malda
Mehamanpur is a village situated in the Maldah (Old) subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 40.9 km from Narayanpur and around 13.7 km from English Bazar. Bhabuk serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mehamanpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mehamanpur is 313306. The village covers a total geographical area of 54.82 hectares and falls under the 732128 pincode. Old Malda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mehamanpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Mehamanpur
As per Census 2011, Mehamanpur village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 137 males and 132 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 247 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 7 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mehamanpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 18 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 247 | 124 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 57 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 80 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Mehamanpur
Mehamanpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Mehamanpur
Mehamanpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Mehamanpur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Old Malda to Mehamanpur is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from English Bazar to Mehamanpur is about 13.7 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mehamanpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mehamanpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mehamanpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mehamanpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mehamanpur
Where is Mehamanpur located?
Mehamanpur village is located in Maldah (Old) Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mehamanpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Mehamanpur is Bhabuk.
What is the pincode of Mehamanpur?
The pincode of Mehamanpur is 732128.
What is the population of Mehamanpur?
Mehamanpur has a total population of 269, including 137 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Mehamanpur?
There are 62 households in Mehamanpur.
What is the literacy rate in Mehamanpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mehamanpur is 40.89%. Male literacy is 41.61% and female literacy is 40.15%.